noun
fair and humane judicial decision
Refers to a judgment that combines legal fairness with human kindness and warmth, inspired by the historical figure Ōoka Tadasuke (17th-century magistrate). Often used in modern contexts to praise a wise, compassionate ruling.
裁判官の判決はまさに大岡裁きだった。
The judge's ruling was truly a fair and humane decision.
彼の仲裁は大岡
His mediation gained a reputation as a wise and compassionate judgment.